Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs Kelty BRT USA Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the Kelty BRT USA Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Shoulder Straps (Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing) while the BRT USA Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Kelty BRT USA Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Asher 55 Backpack BRT USA Backpack
Category Backpacking Tactical
Sub Category Hiking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 55L 172.2
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12 37.5 x 25.5 x 15.5
Weight (lb) 2.7 13.3
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester 1000D Nylon CORDURA™
Color 3 colors and patterns Black
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $750
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt
Zippers U-shaped zipper
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Top zipped access
External Pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket 2 external pockets
Internal Compartments Internal mesh pockets, 2 external zippered pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Dual haul handles
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps Compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame Welded aluminum frame, HDPE framesheet on bottom and both ends
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Yes

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the BRT USA Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Kelty 's BRT USA Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features.

The Kelty Asher 55 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 18 x 12. It's made of 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Kelty BRT USA Backpack's capacity is 172.2 with a size of 37.5 x 25.5 x 15.5 inches. Constructed from 1000D Nylon CORDURA™ it weighs 13.3 pounds and is available in Black.